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NINETEEN YEARS IN THE TRI-CITIES

YOUR HOME SOLD. OR JIM BUYS IT.

3,000+ Homes Sold Helping Tri-Cities families move with confidence
19 Years in the Tri-Cities Local experience, local market knowledge
98.7% List-to-Sale Price Average list-to-sale price
4.9 Stars 797 reviews
If your home qualifies and it doesn’t sell in the timeframe we agree on, Jim Griffin buys it at the price we set before you list. In writing. Before the sign goes in the yard.
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Guarantee-based options are subject to terms, conditions, and property qualification criteria. Not all homes qualify.

YOUR HOME SOLD. OR JIM BUYS IT.

4.9 Stars 797 Reviews
#1 Team in Tri-Cities since 2017
3,000+ Homes Sold Helping families across
Tri-Cities
The Only Agent I Would Trust is Jim G Glenn Beck, Sean Hannity,
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If your home qualifies and it doesn’t sell in the timeframe we agree on, Jim Griffin buys it at the price we set before you list. In writing. Before the sign goes in the yard.
If your home qualifies and it doesn’t sell in the timeframe we agree on, Jim Griffin buys it at the price we set before you list. In writing. Before the sign goes in the yard.
4.9 Stars 797 Reviews
#1 Team in Tri-Cities since 2017
3,000+ Homes Sold Helping families across
Tri-Cities
The Only Agent I Would Trust is Jim G Glenn Beck, Sean Hannity,
Free Beer and Hotwings,
Nikki (96.9 WXBQ)

Guarantee-based options are subject to terms, conditions, and property qualification criteria. Not all homes qualify.

HOW IT WORKS

The Jim G Guarantee, in Three Sentences

01 Set the Floor

We agree on a price floor and a deadline before your home goes on the market, and you get both in writing.

02 Market to Beat It

We market the home hard with professional photography, targeted advertising, and full MLS exposure because the goal is to beat that floor, not meet it.

03 Jim Buys It

If it has not sold when the deadline arrives, Jim buys it at the floor.

Quick Qualification Check

How Do I Know If I Qualify?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll tell you which path makes the most sense for your situation.

QUESTION 1 OF 3

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YOUR RESULT

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3,000+ Homes Sold
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Over 300+ Homes Sold in 12 Months
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#1 Team in Tri-Cities

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Seller Stories

Eight Recent Sellers, In Their Own Situations

Real sellers. Real situations. Real outcomes from homeowners who needed a plan for their next move.

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Sold In 21 Days · Deadline Met

Sonya needed to sell before buying in Kentucky, but other homes nearby had been sitting for months. The Guaranteed Sale Program gave her a clear timeline and confidence moving forward. After just 21 days on the market, she accepted an offer and started her next chapter.

Sonya

Tri-Cities, TN

21 Days On Market
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Sold In 10 Days · $10,000 Over List

Melissa and Joe needed to sell quickly after getting another home under contract. They chose Jim Griffin because of his marketing approach and track record. Their home sold in 10 days for $10,000 over list price.

Melissa & Joe

Bluff City, TN

10 Days On Market
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Sold In 4 Days · No Double Mortgage

Charlie and Brittany had already purchased their next home and needed their current home sold quickly. Griffin Home Group's marketing system helped them sell in just 4 days for thousands over list price.

Charlie & Brittany

Erwin, TN

4 Days On Market

More Stories

which path is right for you?

Three Proven Paths to Sell Your Home —

Choose the One That Fits Your Situation.

Not every seller has the same goal. Some want maximum price. Some need certainty. Some are buying and selling at the same time. Jim Griffin's team has a proven strategy for each — and they work together when you need them to.

No obligations. No pressure. Just a clear plan built around your goals.

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PATH 01

Market-First Strategy

For Sellers Chasing the Highest Number

Full-court marketing with no ceiling on the outcome. Professional photography, targeted digital advertising, our buyer list, and pricing built from 300+ Tri-Cities sales in the last twelve months.

  • Staging walkthrough before we shoot photos
  • Targeted digital and social advertising
  • 1,000+ registered buyers notified
Ideal if: You want top dollar and can give the market 30 to 90 days
★ MOST CHOSEN
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PATH 02

Guaranteed Sale Program

For Sellers Who Need a Date on the Calendar

Full market exposure runs first — we're trying to beat the floor, not settle for it. But if your home qualifies and the deadline passes without a sale, Jim Griffin buys it at the price you both agreed on before you listed.

  • Price floor and deadline agreed in writing up front
  • Full marketing campaign runs first
  • You know the outcome either way before you sign
Ideal if: You need certainty about when and for how much
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PATH 03

Buy Before You Sell

For Sellers Who've Already Found the Next House

You found it. You want to make an offer. You can't, because your money is sitting in the house you're standing in. We solve the sequencing so you're not making a contingent offer against buyers who don't have one.

  • Contingency offers sellers turn down
  • Two mortgage payments in the same month
  • Losing the next house while yours sits
Ideal if: You've already found your next home and need a plan to make the move happen
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Path 01

Market-First Strategy

Maximize Your Sale Price

Best for sellers who want top dollar and have a flexible timeline. We launch an aggressive, full-market campaign — professional photography, targeted digital ads, buyer outreach, and expert pricing — to generate maximum competition for your home.

  • Professional staging consultation included
  • Targeted digital & social media marketing
  • Active buyer database of 1,000+ pre-qualified buyers
  • Guarantee-based backup available if home qualifies
Ideal if: You want the highest possible price and have 30–90 days
★ Most Popular — Highest Certainty
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Path 02

Guaranteed Sale Program

Certainty With a Written Guarantee

If your home doesn't sell in the agreed upon timeframe, Jim Griffin buys it himself.* For qualifying homes, you get the terms in writing before you ever list — the price floor, the timeline, and the backup plan. Zero uncertainty.

  • Written guarantee — terms disclosed before enrollment
  • Agreed price floor and defined timeline up front
  • No guessing about what happens if it doesn't sell
  • Full market exposure first to maximize your net proceeds
Ideal if: You need certainty and want a real safety net in writing
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Path 03

Buy Before You Sell

Move Without the Double-Payment Risk

Worried about owning two homes at once? This path is designed for sellers who are also buying. We coordinate your sale and purchase timelines so you can move into your new home without the stress of carrying two mortgages — or making a contingency offer that sellers won't accept.

  • Coordinated sale and purchase timelines
  • Eliminate the contingency problem entirely
  • No double mortgage payments
  • Access to off-market and pre-market listings for your next home
Ideal if: You're buying and selling at the same time

*Terms and conditions apply. Not all properties qualify. The agreed-upon price is determined jointly by Jim Griffin and the client based on market data and property evaluation.

Not sure which path fits your situation? You don't have to decide today. Call (423) 212-8000 and Jim's team will walk you through all three options — close when you're ready, not when you're pressured.

WHAT SELLERS ASK US

Four Things You're Probably Worried About

Selling a home comes with real questions. Here are the concerns we hear most often and how we help you move forward with confidence

"What if it just sits there?"

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That's the one the guarantee answers directly. For qualifying homes the deadline and the price floor are agreed before you list, so "sits there" has an end date instead of an open question.

"What if I price it wrong?"

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Price it high and you're running a reduction by week six, with every buyer watching your listing see it happen. We price from 300+ closings in this market in the last twelve months, not from a national estimate.

"I can't afford two mortgages."

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Two payments out of one checking account on the first of the month is the math that keeps most people from listing at all. We coordinate the sale and the purchase on one timeline so the gap never opens.

"My last agent never called me."

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You shouldn't have to text twice to find out how Saturday's showing went. Weekly updates, and somebody picks up the phone Monday through Saturday, 8 to 7.

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which path is right for you?

The Guaranteed Sale Process — Simple, Clear, and Built Around You.

We've helped over 3,000 Tri-Cities homeowners sell with confidence. Here's exactly how the process works — from first contact to sold sign.

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STEP 01

Request Your Home Sale Strategy Session

Fill out the form or call us directly. There’s no cost, no obligation, and no pressure. We simply want to understand your home, your goals, and your timeline.

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STEP 02

We Evaluate Your Home, Goals & Qualification

Jim’s team reviews your property details, local market conditions, and your specific situation to determine which sale strategies and guarantee-based options may apply.

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STEP 03

We Present Your Custom Sale Strategy

You receive a clear pricing plan, marketing strategy, and — your home pressure — guarantee-based options that give you a real safety net. No vague promises. Just a plan.

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STEP 04

We Launch and Execute Aggressively

Our team goes to work immediately — professional photos, targeted marketing, buyer outreach, and proactive communication every step of the way until your home is sold.

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Our Commitment — In Writing

If your home doesn’t sell in the agreed timeframe, Jim G buys it.* Before you enroll, you receive the agreed price floor, the defined timeline, and exactly what happens if your home doesn’t sell — all in writing. No vague promises. No fine print surprises.

* Guarantee-based sale options are subject to terms, conditions, property qualification criteria, pricing parameters, and timeline requirements. Not all homes qualify.

THE GUIDE WE GIVE EVERY SELLER

The 10 Mistakes That Cost Tri-Cities Sellers the Most

We see the same ten mistakes on listings across Johnson City, Kingsport,

and Bristol every month. Most of them happen before the sign goes in the yard, which means most of them are still fixable right now.

  • Why the week-six price reduction costs more than pricing right did

  • The showing rule that quietly filters out your most serious buyers

  • What to do about a home that hasn't sold — before you fire the agent

Two fields, and the guide lands in your inbox in about a minute. We don't sell or share your information.

which path is right for you?

Jim G vs.

The Typical Agent

When you're deciding who to trust with your most valuable asset, the difference isn't just experience — it's the presence or absence of a real plan, real accountability, and a real safety net.

Jim G & Griffin Home Group
✓ Custom plan for every home
✓ Full team execution
✓ Weekly updates, always reachable
✓ Pro photos, targeted ads, max exposure
✓ Guarantee-based programs available*
✓ Defined pricing & timeline plan
✓ 19 years, 3,000+ Career sales
✓ #1 on Google · Nearly 1,000 Five-Star Reviews
The Typical Agent
× List and hope
× Solo agent, limited bandwidth
× Sporadic, reactive
× MLS listing only
× None
× Unknown, market-dependent
× Fewer than 4 sales/year on average
× Varies widely

which path is right for you?

Jim G vs.

The Typical Agent

When you're deciding who to trust with your most valuable asset, the difference isn't just experience — it's the presence or absence of a real plan, real accountability, and a real safety net.

Jim G & Griffin Home Group
✓ Custom plan for every home
✓ Full team execution
✓ Weekly updates, always reachable
✓ Pro photos, targeted ads, max exposure
✓ Guarantee-based programs available*
✓ Defined pricing & timeline plan
✓ 19 years, 3,000+ Career sales
✓ #1 on Google · Nearly 1,000 Five-Star Reviews
The Typical Agent
× List and hope
× Solo agent, limited bandwidth
× Sporadic, reactive
× MLS listing only
× None
× Unknown, market-dependent
× Fewer than 4 sales/year on average
× Varies widely

LOCAL EXPERTISE

We Know This Market Street by Street

A 2,000-square-foot house in Gray and the same house in Elizabethton are not the same listing. Different buyers, different price per foot, different days on market, different ideas about what a finished basement is worth. Pricing them the same is how homes sit until spring.

Nineteen years, 3,000+ closings, and 300 of them in the last twelve months — nearly all within about forty minutes of this office. A national estimate doesn't know any of that.

We don't just list homes in the Tri-Cities. We live here, work here, and know this market better than anyone.

Jim Griffin

Griffin Home Group – 19 Years in Tri-Cities

Johnson City

TN

The region's largest market — downtown condos through larger lots on the south side, with the widest price range in the Tri-Cities.

Kingsport

TN

A steady employer base keeps demand consistent across every price point.

Bristol

TN/VA

Two states, one town. Pricing and marketing work differently on each side of State Street, and getting that wrong costs weeks.

Jonesborough

TN

Tennessee's oldest town. Historic inventory prices on a different curve than new construction, and the two shouldn't be compared.

Gray

TN

One of the fastest-growing areas in the region, with strong demand for newer construction.

Blountville, Elizabethton & Beyond

TN/VA

Smaller markets where a handful of recent closings can move the whole comparable set. We track all of them.

Ready to work with the Tri-Cities market leader?

19 years · 3,000+ sales · 5.0 stars · Local experts

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions, Answered Honestly.

We know you have questions — and skepticism is healthy.

Here are the most common questions we hear from sellers, answered directly.

How does the guaranteed sale program work?

The Guaranteed Sale Program is a structured option available to qualifying homeowners. If your home meets specific criteria — including price range, condition, and location — we present you with a defined backup plan in writing before you ever enroll. You'll know the agreed price floor, the timeline, and exactly what happens if your home doesn't sell. No vague promises. No fine print surprises. Just a real, written commitment. All terms, conditions, and qualification criteria apply.

What happens if my home doesn't sell?

That's exactly the question we help you answer before you ever list. For qualifying homes, guarantee-based options provide a defined, written outcome if the home doesn't sell through traditional marketing within the agreed timeframe. You'll know what that outcome is before you commit — so there are no surprises. For all sellers, we build a contingency strategy into your plan so you're never left without options.

Does every home qualify for the guarantee?

No — and we'll be honest with you about that from the start. Guarantee-based options are available to homes that meet specific pricing, condition, and location criteria. During your strategy session, we'll evaluate your property and let you know exactly which options apply to your situation. If the guarantee isn't available for your home, we still have a strong sale strategy built around your goals.

Will I still get top dollar for my home?

Our goal is always to maximize your net proceeds. Our marketing approach — professional photography, targeted digital advertising, and maximum MLS exposure — is designed to attract the strongest possible buyer pool. Our sellers average 98.7% of list price. We'll show you the data and let the numbers speak.

Can I buy a new home before I sell my current one?

Yes — and this is one of the most common concerns we address. Our team can help you structure a plan that reduces or eliminates the risk of carrying two mortgages. Depending on your situation, this may involve a bridge strategy, a contingency offer, or a guarantee-based option. We'll map out the safest path forward during your consultation.

How quickly can you get started?

We can typically schedule your home sale strategy session within 24–48 hours of your request. Once we've reviewed your property and goals, we can have a full plan ready within days. If you have an urgent timeline, let us know — we move fast when sellers need us to.

Is there any obligation when I request a strategy session?

None whatsoever. The strategy session is completely free, and there is no pressure to list with us. Our goal is to give you the most useful, honest information about your options — and let you decide what's right for your situation. You can close when you're ready.

What areas do you serve?

Griffin Home Group serves the entire Tri-Cities region of Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, including Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol (TN/VA), Jonesborough, Gray, Blountville, Elizabethton, Abingdon, and surrounding communities. If you're unsure whether your area is covered, just call us at (423) 212-8000.

How is this different from a cash offer or an instant-offer company?

An instant-offer company buys your house right away at a discount — that's how the model works, and the discount is the price of the speed. The Jim G Guarantee runs full market exposure first, so you get the chance to beat the floor we agreed on. The guarantee only comes into play if the deadline passes without a sale. You're not trading price for certainty; you're getting the certainty underneath the price.

NINETEEN YEARS IN THIS MARKET

WATCH. LEARN. GROW

Why I Built This Program

I've sat at a lot of kitchen tables in this region, and the same thing comes up every time: nobody can tell the seller when it's going to sell.

I couldn't either, for the first several years. So I built something that could — for the homes that qualify for it.

My name is on the sign. That's the whole reason this program has terms in writing instead of a handshake.

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"We're both on the same side of the table. When your home sells for the best price in the shortest time, we both win."

Top 500 Real Estate Marketers in the Country (NAEA)
#1 in Tennessee Dezzi Award Winner / Wall Street Journal and USA Today
3000+ Homes Sold
National Podcast Guest Guest on Multiple National Podcasts
RealTrends National Award Winner
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Everything on this page exists to make that call happen on a schedule you picked. It starts with one conversation — free, no obligation, and you can end it in ten minutes if it isn't a fit.

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Imagine Closing Day —

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Picture the moment your home sells — for the price you needed, on the timeline you planned, without the stress of wondering "what if." That's what sellers who work with Jim Griffin experience. And it starts with one conversation.

Close when you're ready. There's no pressure, no obligation, and no cost to get started.

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Important Disclosures & Guarantee Program Terms

Guarantee Program Disclaimer: The Guaranteed Sale Program offered by Griffin Home Group is subject to specific terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements. Not all properties qualify. Eligibility is based on factors including but not limited to: property location, condition, price range, and current market conditions. Guarantee terms, timelines, and pricing parameters are determined on a property-by-property basis and are disclosed in writing prior to enro The agreed-upon price is determined jointly by Jim Griffin and the client based on market data and property evaluation. Ask your Griffin Home Group advisor for complete program details.

No Obligation: Requesting a home sale strategy session, completing a contact form, or calling Griffin Home Group creates no obligation to list, sell, or enter into any agreement. All consultations are provided at no cost.

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Privacy: Griffin Home Group does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and provide real estate services.

Results Disclosure: Statistics including homes sold, review counts, and timeframes are based on historical performance and are not a guarantee of future results. Individual outcomes will vary based on property, market conditions, and seller circumstances.

Licensing: Griffin Home Group is a licensed real estate brokerage operating in the state of Tennessee and Virginia. All agents are licensed in their respective states.